Fort Myers to New York (RSW–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RSW–JFK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,076 miles in approximately 2h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: EI, EY, HA, JL, JU, LO, QR, SQ, TK, TP | 14 | 320, BCS3 | 2h58-2h59 | – | EI, EY, HA, JL, JU, LO, QR, SQ, TK, TP | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: KE, LA, SK, VS | 8 | 221 | 2h42-2h58 | SkyTeam | KE, LA, SK, VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Fort Myers
| Metric | RSW→JFK | SRQ→JFK | OPF→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RSW | – | 77 mi | 101 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 130 | 21 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 59m | 2h 55m | 3h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RSW: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Myers, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
RSW–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RSW to JFK
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 130 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RSW to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RSW to JFK is about 2 hours 59 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,076 miles (1,732 km). There are approximately 130 weekly flights outbound and 72 return, totaling 202 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Richmond and Raleigh-Durham. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ), Miami (OPF) and Lakeland (LAL).